Kamal Ghorui
The Himachal Pradesh Board of Technical Education (HPBTE) has started the registration process for the Polytechnic Admission Test (PAT) 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for HP PAT 2026 through the official website hptechboard.com.As per the official schedule, the last date to apply is May 5. The entrance examination will be conducted on May 17, 2026.
HP PAT 2026 exam date and timing
The HP PAT 2026 exam will be held on May 17 from 10 am to 1 pm at 29 examination centres across the state. The board has also clarified that no request for change of exam centre will be accepted once allotted.Direct link to apply here.
Application fee
Candidates will have to pay the following application fee:
- General category: Rs 750
- Reserved categories: Rs 500
HP PAT 2026 exam pattern
The HP PAT 2026 exam will include four sections:
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- English
The question paper will consist of 150 questions. Candidates will receive four marks for each correct answer, while one mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
HP PAT 2026 important dates
Here are the key dates for HP PAT 2026:
- Last date to apply: May 5, 2026
- Roll number availability: May 11, 2026
- Exam date: May 17, 2026
- Answer key objection deadline: May 23, 2026 (till 5 pm)
- Result date: May 25, 2026
Admission through HP PAT
HP PAT is conducted once every year for admission to polytechnic institutes in Himachal Pradesh. These institutes are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) approved by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).
HP PAT 2026 eligibility criteria
As per the eligibility requirements:
- Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognised board
- A minimum of 35% marks in aggregate is required
- Students appearing for Class 10 final exams can also apply
- Final eligibility will be verified during physical reporting
Merit list and counselling
The HP PAT 2026 merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the entrance exam. After the results are announced, candidates will be able to fill in their course and institute preferences.Candidates will also get the option to edit their preferences during round 2 of counselling.Applicants are advised to complete the registration process before the deadline and keep checking the official website for further updates.
